Q. HI there, i have recently purchased the Hanns-G HH241 monitor and noticed that it only has 1 VGA input and 1 HDMI input.
The issue i have is that my xbox 360 (which i wanted to connect to it as well as using it with my PC) does not have a HDMI port and so the only possibility is to use the VGA input with my xbox, but then i cant input the PC?!?!
How do i get round this conundrum!!!!???
A. You have multiple options:
Just to be sure you know what the ports look like, see the following:
http://images5.vistaclues.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/01/dvi-vga.jpg
On the left is a VGA port, in the middle is S-Video (don't worry about this one), and on the left is a DVI port. This is just a reference photo.
Now, for your dilemma:
Option 1: See if your computer has a DVI port
Option 2: If there is no DVI port, you'll need to buy a new video card, one with either an HDMI output or DVI output
Option 3: Buy a converter box
Option 4: Buy a new xbox
Option 1: The first and cheapest option is to see if your computer has a DVI port. If so, you can buy an DVI to HDMI adapter that you can attatch to a DVI cable in order to connect your computer to your monitor.
Here is the adapter:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=104&cp_id=10419&cs_id=1041902&p_id=2080&seq=1&format=2
If you don't already have one, you'll need a DVI cable as well.
Option 2: if there is no DVI port:
You'll need to buy a new video card. You can buy one with HDMI and save the hassle of buying an adapter, but the cheaper ones aren't very good, and they'd end up costing around 30 to 40 dollars.
See here for a list of video cards with HDMI
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010380048%201320923120&bop=And&ShowDeactivatedMark=False&Order=PRICE
If this is too expensive, buy a video card that has a DVI port and use the adapter I mentioned above to connect to your monitor. I've linked an extremely cheap video card that would work just fine to serve as a DVI output from your computer:
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-ATI-Radeon-X1300-DVI-Low-Profile-Video-Card-128MB-/230464680570?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PCC_Video_TV_Cards&hash=item35a8c3f27a
It's only 10 dollars and easy to install. Check to see if your computer has a PCI Express port (it most likely will unless it's REALLY old). All you'll need to do is put the card in there when you get it and then change the graphics settings. If you have to go this route and need help, you can refer to the instructions included with the video card. If you get stuck, then you can Google your problem or send me a message.
Now, if you're adamant about not installing a new Video card, then VGA to HDMI would be your final and most expensive option (apart from buying a new xbox with HDMI). If you really wanted to do VGA to HDMI, then you'd need to buy a converter box:
http://sewelldirect.com/Component-VGA-to-HDMI-Scaler-720p.asp
They cost quite a bit of money. I would not recommend this option because the installation of a video card would be more cost effective.
Now, if you've seen "VGA to HDMI/DVI" cables that sell for 5 or so dollars, don't be fooled. They do not work. VGA is an analog signal, while HDMI and DVI are digital signals. They are completely different. There has to be some conversion of the signal and these cables do not convert the signal at all, so you'll see nothing. Adapters do not convert the signal, so you are completely fine using an HDMI adapter on DVI, or vice versa, but you can't convert a VGA to HDMI/DVI without a signal converter, namely a converter box.
To sum up:
The easiest way would be to see if your computer has a DVI port. If yes, then all you'll need is a DVI cable, and a DVI(female) to HDMI (male) adapter. If not, then you'll need to buy a video card with a DVI port and do the above mentioned step of adding an adapter. If you don't wish to to do that, then the last option is your only choice, apart from buying an xbox. If you still need help, don't hesitate to message me.
And for connecting your xbox to the vga port: You can go to most any store that sells xboxes (walmart, gamestop, best buy, etc) and buy a Xbox 360 VGA cable
So at the end, you'll have your computer connected to the monitor's HDMI port by the use of the above mentioned adapter, and you'll have the Xbox connected through the VGA input.
Now, the final dilemma that will pop up is SOUND. The monitor only has one Line-in port for sound. you'll need to connect both through the "line in" port. to save the hassle of unplugging and plugging in the different sound cables, you'll need the following:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10218&cs_id=1021802&p_id=667&seq=1&format=4#feedback
Need help deciding on LCD monitor setup 2or 3X 22" or 24"?
Q. I am looking to upgrade my dual 19" lcd's. I love the 22" size, but don't want to wish OI went with 24's 2 weeks later. I will be using them for primarily trading, emails, reading docs and etc. 4ft is the furthest I can place them away. My existing setup is 2ft away. I am looking to spend less than $400 per monitor and am leaning toward one of Samsungs from Costco.
A. Ok first off there is one major factor you should concider, your 19 in monitors are probably running at 1440 X 900 tops. If you get a 24in monitor you should get one that runs at 1920 x 1200 you will be amazed on how much effective work space this provides, I would say its probably pretty close to your 2 19's maybe just a bit less. You will need a good video card to run that res on multiple monitors. I recomend ATI because they do multi screen better, and you can use dual cards without loosing dual monitor support. There are some really good 22" montors on the market cheap, but if work space is what you desire, I would just get a really nice 24, keep your 19's and concider upgrading or adding another video card. Do your research on the Video cards. The best 24in monitor on the market is the Gateway FHD2400 at BB. It rocks has all the connections a tv would have, even HDMI. I have mind hooked to PS3, XBOX, and wii. It also has great adjustbility in the mount, this makes all the difference. I can also change inputs by pushing a button! So keep in mind adding 1 24in monitor at 1920X1200 will almost double your effective work space. Two 24in monitors would be cool, but not as cool as 2 19's with a 24 in the middle.
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